I know that I’ve talked about this topic before but sometimes I think revisiting ideas is a good. Because a little refresher or reminder never hurts anyone.
Today I’m reminding myself of what’s important, both big and small. I promise this isn’t turning into any sort of weekly gratitude feature but occasionally there’s some shit going down and it’s good to focus on the big picture.
- Knowing how you take your coffee (or tea). Bonus points if you have someone in your life who knows it without asking you.
- Voting. Not just with your actual vote but with your money and your time. How you spend resources is just as crucial as what you do in the voting booth.
- Exercise. I genuinely don’t care if your form of exercise is schlepping laundry up and down the stairs or dancing in the kitchen while you make dinner. But at some point throughout the day, move your body.
- Family. However you define it. For some, their actual families are toxic and their friends are their family. That’s fine. Just take care of them. Be there for them in good and shitty times.
- Connecting. Nothing makes me like a person more than when I can spend time with them without thinking about my phone and when they feel the same about me. Find those people and keep them close.
- Disconnecting. Shutting the damn phone off, putting it away, and appreciating whatever’s around you. A book, a pet, food, a sunset, the sound of the people down the road screaming at each other…anything.
- Creativity. Everyone has a little creativity. Explore that, tap into it, and use it sometimes. It’s really relaxing. And if you don’t think you are creative, get a piece of paper and some crayons. See what you can do.
- Art. It doesn’t matter if it’s painting, music, plays, TV, books, movies, photography, or something else I’m forgetting. Put some art in your life. It’s pretty, it makes you well-rounded, and it’s an escape. Escaping is okay sometimes.
- Clean sheets. Bonus points if you’ve shaved your legs, too. Nothing feels quite as refreshing.
- Water. Never underestimate the healing and restorative power of water. Or a nap. Or a good laugh. If you can combine all three, even better.
You know what’s not important? Pretty blog images. This is not my forte, I’m no good at it, and I’m only slightly sorry for their shitty quality. It’s one of those things I want to improve but have zero desire to spend time learning to do. Kudos and props to those of you who are good at it.
So, what would you add to the list?
Love so many things on this list. I’d have to add satisfying meals and cozy blankets. I am already dreading the end of winter because cuddling up and getting from not warm to warm is so comforting.
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Amen on Water 💦. Having clean water to drink, bathe, sit by, etc. is priceless. Every shower or Epsom salts detox bath , I am thanking the universe for the precious water.
Gratitude attitude every nanosecond in my 🧠 brain.
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Not to sound mopey, but what makes me sad is that if I died in my house, nobody would probably even notice I was gone for quite some time because no one would be expecting to see me or calls in on me regularly. I mean work might, but that’s only because they’d be pissed I didn’t show up. It made me think of where I’m at in life and the connections I want going forward. Sobering. 🙁
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Reminds me to change my sheets 🙂 haha i’m so lazy about that – but there’s nothing better than slipping into a fresh bed. That’s my goal for Saturday. Setting the bar low 😉
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You’ve just reminded me I need to change my sheets. LOL.
I can’t think of anything to add. You covered it pretty well. Umm, sleep. Sleep is important! (I’m tired today).
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Ahh yes, we are about to start entering the season where I shave my legs more than once every other week. So the chance of me having clean sheets and shaved legs will be greater very soon. LOL! You are so right about just moving throughout the day no matter how. And TV is totally an art form, I can get on board with that. Cause we all know I am not that creatively skilled. Kid and dog snuggles go on my list of important things too!
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Love your list, I might want to make my own even though I’ve also done similar in the past. Always good for a refresher for both ourselves and to get others thinking.
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I agree with everything here. I would also add the importance of always learning something new — something you’ve wanted to learn, something that’s been a challenge in the past, anything-something. I get antsy and feel stuck if I haven’t had a chance to stretch/expand my brain.
Great list! I love the smell of fresh sheets. I don’t know if Boots does this but Max leaps all over the bed when I make it, chasing after sheet corners. It’s so cute and annoying. 😀 I am, however, the exact opposite when it comes to blog images and will spend way too much time on them. It’s a little out of control actually.
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I love this list! I enjoy revisiting ideas as well.
I think I’d add cuddling under blankets in front of the fireplace (one of my favorite ways to relax and actually enjoy winter) and being open to new ideas and information.
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just moving your body is important. you dont have to be a gym rat or a marathon runner – just get the heart pumping however which way you do it!
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Totally agree with everything on your list.
I love sliding between clean sheets (esp when I’m fresh out of the shower)!
I think it’s important (for me, at least) to just sit in silence sometimes. Finding a nice, comfortable spot in the house and just being quiet with no technology or other stimulants.
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Getting out in nature does good things for me. It’s one thing I’m not a huge fan of city-living for. I do spend time outdoors, but without a yard it can be a chore just to get out the door with kids. Definitely something I’m looking forward to when I head back out to the suburbs.